Elenco M5500R Owner's manual

Brand: Elenco

Model: M5500R

Category: Multimeters

Type: Owner's manual

DVM645BI

BENCH MULTIMETER

TAFELMULTIMETER

MULTIMETRE DE TABLE

BANCO MULTÍMETRO

TISCHMULTIMETER

User Manual

Gebruikershandleiding

Manuel d'utilisation

Gebrauchsanleitung

DVM645BI GB 1

DVM645BI – BENCH MULTIMETER

Introduction

This manual contains instructions and warnings that must be observed to ensure

safe operation and to keep the meter in a safe condition.

WARNING

READ "SAFETY INFORMATION"

BEFORE USING THE BENCH MULTIMETER

This multimeter is a portable 4000-count instrument that is designed for use in the

laboratory, the field, at home, and in other environments. This multimeter features

a compact design with rounded corners for easy handling, with a rugged shock-

resistant and fire-retardant case. It also has electronic overload protection for all

functions and ranges.

Unpacking and Inspection

Upon removing your new Bench Multimeter from its packaging, you should have

the following items:

1. Bench multimeter

2. Test lead set (one black, one red)

3. Carrying strap

4. Power lead

5. Instruction manual

If any of the above items are missing or are received in a damaged condition,

please contact the distributor from whom you purchased the unit.

Safety Precautions

Injury or death can occur even with low voltage and low current. It is extremely

important that you read this safety information before using your multimeter.

Follow all safety practices and proper operating procedures for the equipment

under test.

1. Exercise extreme caution when: measuring voltages above 20 volts,

measuring currents greater than 10mA, measuring AC power lines with

inductive loads, measuring AC power lines during electrical storms.

2. Always inspect your multimeter, test leads and accessories for signs of

damage or abnormality before every use. If there are any abnormalities

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(i.e. broken or damaged test leads, cracked case, display not reading,

etc.) do not attempt to do any measurements.

3. Never earth yourself when making electrical measurements. Do not touch

exposed metal pipes, outlets, fixtures, etc., which might be at earth

potential. Keep your body insulated from earth by using dry clothing,

rubber shoes, rubber mats, or any approved insulating material.

4. Never touch exposed wiring, connections, test probe tips, or any live

circuit conductors when making measurements.

5. Never replace the protective fuse inside the multimeter with a fuse other

than the specified or approved type. Replace only with the same type of

fuse. To avoid electric shock, disconnect the test leads and any input

signals before replacing the fuse.

6. Replace only with the same type of battery. To avoid electric shock,

disconnect the power lead from the mains, and the test leads and any

input signal before replacing the battery.

7. Do not operate this multimeter in an explosive atmosphere (ie. in the

presence of inflammable gases or fumes, vapour or dust).

8. Measuring voltages that exceed the limits of the multimeter may damage

the meter and expose the operator to a shock hazard. Always respect the

meter voltage limits as stated on the front of the meter.

9. Never apply more than 500V DC between the COM connector and earth.

10. When testing for the presence of voltage or current, make sure the

voltage or current ranges are functioning correctly. Take a reading of a

known voltage or current before assuming a zero reading indicates no

current or voltage.

11. Do not attempt to calibrate or service the meter unless you are trained to

do so and another person capable of rendering first aid and resuscitation

is present.

12. Remember: Think Safety, Act Safely

Safety Information

The multimeter complies with Protection Class II, Overvoltage CAT II of IEC1010-

1 (EN61010-1). Pollution degree 2 in accordance with IEC-664 indoor use. If the

equipment is used in a non-compliant manner, the protection provided by the

equipment may be insufficient.

This product complies with the requirements of the following European

Community Directives: 89/336/EEC (EMC) and 73/23/EEC (LVD) as amended by

93/68/EEC (CE marking).

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Chapter 1

A quick tour

Explanation of Symbols

Attention ! Refer to the operating instructions

Dangerous voltage may be present at terminals

Ground (Earth Terminal)

AC - Alternating Current

DC - Direct Current

Audible Continuity

Equipment protected throughout by Double Insulation

(Protection Class II)

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Instrument Layout

Figure 1-1. Bench Multimeter (Front)

Figure 1-2. Bench Multimeter (Back)

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1. V

Ω

ΩΩ

Ω

Hz Volts, Ohms, Diode, and Frequency Input Terminal

This is the positive input terminal for all functions except current measurement.

The red test lead is connected to this.

2. COM Common Terminal

This is the negative (ground) input terminal for all measurement modes. The

black test lead is connected to this.

3. mA Milliamp Input Terminal

This is the positive input terminal for current measurements (AC or DC) up to

400mA. The red test lead is connected to this.

4. A 10 Amp Input Terminal

This is the positive input terminal for current measurements (AC or DC) up to

10A. The red test lead is connected to this.

5. Function / Range Selector Rotary Switch

This rotary switch selects the function, and selects the desired range.

6. Function / Range Selector Buttons

This button selects the function, and selects the desired range.

7. The LCD Display

The LCD display indicates the measured value of a signal, the function mode,

and indicators.

8. The Battery Cover

9. Power Supply Input with Fuse

WARNING

To avoid user injury and multimeter damage, the multimeter must be set to

the same AC voltage value as the mains before connecting the power lead

to the mains and switching on.

This switch is used to turn the AC Power on and off. When the AC Power is on,

the DC Power is automatically switched off.

10. The Power Switch

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Using the Rotary Switch

Turn the multimeter on by turning the rotary switch to any function.

Using the Buttons

The buttons are push type switches. The functions are as follows:

BACK LIGHT Button

You can turn the back light on or off by pressing the

button. When powered

by the battery, the back light will automatically switch off again after a short period

of time.

FUNCTION SELECTOR Button

In the resistance and continuity range, each press of the

button switches

alternately between resistance and continuity.

In the frequency and adaptive test range, each press of the

button switches

alternately between frequency and adaptive test.

In the DC and AC amps range, each press of the

button switches alternately

between DC amps or AC amps.

In the DC and AC milliamps range, each press of the

button switches

alternately between DC milliamps or AC milliamps.

Data Hold: HOLD Button

Press the

button to toggle in and out of the Data Hold mode, except if the

multimeter is already in the Min/Max Recording Hold mode.

When in the Data Hold mode, the "

" indicator is displayed and the last reading is

held on the display, the beeper emits a tone.

Pressing the

button when the multimeter is in the Data Hold mode will cause

it to exit Data Hold and enter the Min/Max Recording Hold mode.

In the Min/Max Recording Hold mode, press the

button to stop recording the

readings, press

again to resume recording.

However, the multimeter is still operating in Data Hold mode, therefore, the buzzer

will still sound if the over range or continuity mode occurs. And the range will also

change if it is in auto range.

Delay Data Hold:

DELAY HOLD Button

Press the

button to toggle in and out of the Data Hold mode, and the " "

indicator turns on or off.

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5. Min/Max Recording Hold:

MIN/MAX Button

Press the

button to enter the Min/Max Recording Hold mode. The minimum

and maximum values are then reset to the current input, the readings are stored in

memory, and the "

" indicator turns on. Push the button to cycle through the

minimum (MIN), maximum (MAX), and current readings. The "MIN" or "MAX"

indicator turns on to indicate what value is being displayed.

In the Min/Max Recording Hold mode, press the

button to stop recording the

readings, press again to restart recording. If recording is stopped, the minimum,

maximum, or current values and the analogue display are frozen. In the Min/Max

Recording Hold mode, if a new minimum value exceeds the actual minimum

readings, or a new maximum value is an overload value, the minimum or

maximum value will be held on the display, but the analogue display will continue

to be active.

If in auto range, the mode is held just before the range.

Relative Display:

REL Button

Press the

button to enter the Relative Display mode, the "

REL

" indicator turns

on, the displayed reading is stored as a reference value, and the display is then

set to zero.

In the Relative Display mode, the value shown on the LCD is always the

difference between the stored reference value and the current reading. If the new

reading is the same as the reference value, the display will indicate zero.

The bar graph displays absolute value, not relative value. And the over range also

occurs according to the absolute value.

With auto-range, the range is held just before range.

Press and hold down the

button for more than one second to exit the relative

mode.

RANGE Button

Press the

button to select the Manual Range mode and turn off the "

AUTO

indicator.

In the Manual Range mode, each time the

button is pressed, the range (and

the input range indicator) increments and a new value is displayed.

To exit the Manual Range mode and return to auto range, press and hold down

the

button for more than one second. The "

AUTO

" indicator turns back on.

The DC V, AC V, resistance and capacitance measurements are always first set

to the auto range by default.

The frequency measurement is always set to the auto range.

The continuity, diode, ADP, DC A and AC A measurements are always set to the

manual range.

When the power is turned on, the default range is selected.

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8. Data Memory:

MEM STO Button

Press the

button to enter the Data Memory mode and turn on the "MEM"

indicator. All the display data is then stored in the memory. The stored data can

be read out and displayed on the LCD, which then switches to the Data Recall

Hold mode.

Data Recall Hold:

MEM RCL Button

Press the

button to enter the Data Recall mode and turn on the "

MEM

" and

" indicator. The stored data can be read out and displayed on the LCD, which

then switches to the Data Recall Hold mode.

While storing data in the memory display, the "

MEM

" indicator flashes. The Data

Recall Hold mode is exited by pressing the

button or the button.

Buzzer Output

A 2kHz buzzer sounds in the following cases:

1. When the key is operated.

2. When the over-range occurs, except for resistance (Ω

ΩΩ

Ω), frequency (

continuity (

) and diode ( ) measurements.

3. When the continuity measurement results in less than 40Ω.

4. When the relative mode is exited.

5. When the mode is changed from manual to auto range by operating the

button. Please refer to the timing chart for the timing.

Low Battery Indication

The "

" indicator is displayed when the battery voltage falls below the reliable

operating level.

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Chapter 2

Measurements

Introduction

WARNING

To avoid user injury and multimeter damage, the

multimeter must be set to the correct value of mains

voltage before connecting the power lead to the mains and

switching on.

Before doing any measurements always examine the multimeter and accessories

for any damage, contamination (excessive dirt, grease, etc.) and defects. Examine

the test leads for cracked or frayed insulation and make sure the lead plugs fit

snugly into the multimeter sockets. If there are any abnormalities, do not attempt

to do any measurements.

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Red

Circui

Measuring DC Volts

Figure 2-1. Measuring DC Volts

WARNING

To avoid possible electric shock, multimeter damage and/or

equipment damage, do not attempt to do any voltage measurements if

the voltage is above 1000V DC / 750V AC RMS. 1000V DC / 750V AC

RMS are the maximum voltages that this multimeter is designed to

measure.

c Turn the Selector to Volts DC

d Connect the leads as shown

is not available in Volts DC, all other buttons can be used.

1. Insert the black and red test leads into the COM and VΩ

ΩΩ

Ω

Hz input terminals

respectively.

2. Select the desired DC voltage range, or set to auto range.

3. When the magnitude of the voltage to be measured is unknown, always start

with the highest range.

4. Connect the test leads in parallel with the circuit to be measured. Be careful

not to touch any live conductors with your hands. Note the reading.

5. For DC voltage readings, the red lead should be connected to the positive side

of the circuit, the black lead to the negative side. A minus sign on the left-hand

side of the LCD will appear if the leads are connected the other way around.

6. When all measurements have been completed, disconnect the test leads from

the circuit under test. Remove the test leads from the multimeter.

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Red

Circuit

Measuring AC Volts

Figure 2-2. Measuring AC Volts

WARNING

To avoid possible electric shock, multimeter damage and/or

equipment damage, do not attempt to do any voltage measurements if

the voltage is above 1000V DC / 750V AC RMS. 1000V DC / 750V AC

RMS are the maximum voltages that this multimeter is designed to

measure.

c Turn the Selector to Volts AC

d Connect the leads as shown

is not available in Volts AC, all other buttons can be used.

1. Insert the black and red test leads into the COM and VΩ

ΩΩ

Ω

Hz input terminals

respectively.

2. Select the desired AC voltage range, or set to auto range.

3. When the magnitude of the voltage to be measured is unknown, always start

with the highest range.

4. Connect the test leads in parallel with the circuit to be measured. Be careful

not to touch any live conductors with your hands. Note the reading.

5. When all measurements have been completed, disconnect the test leads from

the circuit under test. Remove the test leads from the multimeter.

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Red

Circuit

Measuring DC and AC Amps

Figure 2-3. Measuring Amps

WARNING

Do not attempt to measure high currents. Use a current clamp for

measurements >10A. The 10A input terminal is protected by a

F15A/250V fast blow ceramic fuse.

c Turn the selector to DC and AC Amps.

d Connect the leads as shown

is not available in DC and AC Amps, all other buttons can be used.

Each press of the button

switches alternately between DC and AC Amps.

1. Insert the black and red test leads into the COM and A input terminals

respectively.

2. Turn off or disconnect the circuit to be measured from all power sources,

connect the multimeter in series with the conductor where the current is to be

measured.

3. Switch on the power to the circuit under test. Note the reading.

4. After completing the measurement, turn off the power to the circuit under test,

disconnect the test leads from the multimeter.

5. The DC and AC Amps measurements are always fixed range.

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Red

Circuit

Measuring DC and AC Milliamps

Figure 2-4. Measuring Milliamps

WARNING

Do not attempt to measure high currents. The mA input terminal is

protected by a F1A/250V fast blow ceramic fuse.

c Turn the selector to DC and AC Milliamps.

d Connect the leads as shown.

is not available in DC and AC Milliamps, all other buttons can be used.

Each press of the button

switches alternately between DC or AC Milliamps.

1. Insert the black and red test leads into the COM and mA input terminals

respectively.

2. Select the desired DC current range or AC current range.

3. Turn off or disconnect the circuit to be measured from all power sources,

connect the multimeter in series with the conductor where the current is to be

measured.

4. Switch on the power to the circuit under test. Note the reading.

5. After completing the measurement, turn off the power to the circuit under test,

disconnect the test leads from the multimeter.

6. The DC and AC Milliamps measurements are always fixed range.

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Red

Circuit

Measuring Frequency and Adaptive Measurement

Figure 2-5. Measuring Frequency and Adaptive Measurement (ADP)

c Turn the selector to frequency and adaptive measurement.

d Connect the leads as shown

is not available in frequency and adaptive measurement, all other buttons

can be used.

Each press the button

switches alternately between frequency and adaptive

measurement.

1. Insert the black and red test leads into the

COM

and

Ω

ΩΩ

Ω

input terminals

respectively.

2. In the frequency test, it is not necessary to know the range, as the multimeter

will automatically range up or down to display the best resolution. Manual range is

not available.

3. Ensure that the amplitude level of the signal to be measured is not greater

than the input voltage limit (250V DC/AC rms). The signal amplitude must also be

greater than the sensitivity level.

4. Attach the probe tips to the points across which the frequency is to be

measured, and read the result directly from the display.

5. The frequency range is always set to auto range.

The Adaptive (ADP) Measurement is as follows:

1. Connect the ADP signal terminal (-) and (+) to the COM and VΩ

ΩΩ

Ω

Hz input

terminals respectively.

2. The ADP voltage is supplied to the multimeter directly. The result is displayed

on a scale of 10 units per 1mV.

3. The ADP measurement is always fixed range. The full range is 400mV DC.

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Red

Measuring Capacitance

Figure 2-6. Measuring Capacitance

WARNING

Turn off the power to the device under test and discharge all

capacitors.

c Turn the selector to capacitance.

d Connect the leads as shown: insert the black and red test leads into the

COM

and

Ω

ΩΩ

Ω

input terminals respectively.

is not available with capacitance, all other buttons can be used.

1. Turn off the power to the device under test and discharge all capacitors.

2. Completely discharge the capacitor before measuring its capacitance value.

3. Set to the capacitance range that gives the most accurate reading or select

auto range.

4. Connect the crocodile clips to the capacitor leads or insert the capacitor leads

into the multimeter measuring socket. Always observe the correct polarity when

measuring electrolytic capacitors.

5. Read the capacitance value directly from the display. The accuracy of the

capacitance measurement can be improved by first pressing the

button

(Relative mode) in order to zero the display and automatically subtract the

residual multimeter and test lead capacitance. The Relative mode also selects

manual range.

6. Residual charge in the capacitor, or capacitors with poor insulation resistance

or poor dielectric absorption may cause measurement errors.

NOTE:

A safe way to discharge a capacitor is to connect a 100k

Ω

resistor across

the two capacitor leads.

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Red

Testing Diodes

Figure 2-7. Diode Test

WARNING

Measurements must always be done with the circuit power OFF.

c Turn the selector to Diode.

d Connect the leads as shown: insert the black and red test leads into the

COM

and

Ω

ΩΩ

Ω

input terminals respectively.

and are not available in diode test, all other buttons can be used.

1. Select the (

) position by turning the rotary switch.

2. Insert the black and red test leads into the COM and VΩ

ΩΩ

Ω

Hz input terminals

respectively.

3. The red lead should be connected to the anode and the black lead to the

cathode of the diode.

4. The typical voltage drop should be about 0.6V for a silicon diode or 0.3V for a

germanium diode.

5. If the diode is reverse biased or there is an open circuit and the reading will be

between 3.000V and 3.400V.

6. The Diode test is always fixed range.

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Red

Measuring Resistance and Continuity

Figure 2-8. Measuring Resistance and Continuity

c Turn the selector to Resistance and Continuity measurement.

d Connect the leads as shown.

is not available in continuity test, all other buttons can be used.

Each press of the button

switches alternately between resistance and

continuity measurement.

Resistance measurement is as follows:

1. Select resistance by pressing the

button.

2. Insert the black and red test leads into the

COM

and

VΩ

ΩΩ

Ω

input terminals

respectively.

3. Select the desired ohms (Ω) range or set to auto range. Connect the black and

red test probes to the circuit or device under test. First make sure that the circuit

or device is dead.

4. Turn off any power to the resistor to be measured. Discharge any capacitors.

Any voltage present during a resistance measurement will cause inaccurate

readings and could damage the meter if the overload protection of 250V DC or AC

rms is exceeded.

5. Open circuits will be displayed as an overload condition and the MSD (Most

Significant Digit) will blink.

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6. The resistance of the test leads can diminish accuracy in the lowest (400Ω)

range. The error is usually 0.1 to 0.2Ω for a standard pair of test leads. To

determine the error, short the test leads together and the use the

Relative

mode to automatically subtract the lead resistance from the resistance

measurement.

7. After all measurements have been completed, disconnect the test leads from

the circuit and multimeter input terminals.

The Continuity (

) measurement is as follows:

1. Select the continuity measurement by pressing the

button.

2. Insert the black and red test leads into the

COM

and

Ω

ΩΩ

Ω

input terminals

respectively.

3. Connect the black and red test probes to the circuit or device under test. First

make sure that the circuit or device is dead.

4. An audible tone will sound when the resistance is less than approximately

40Ω.

5. After the continuity measurement has been completed, disconnect the test

leads from the circuit and multimeter input terminals.

6. The continuity measurement is always fixed range. Open circuit voltage is

approximately 0.45V.

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Chapter 4

Specifications

General Specifications

Maximum voltage between terminals and earth:

CAT. II 1000V DC or 750V AC

rms (sine)

Display:

3 3/4 digit (4000 count) digital indication. Frequency range: 9999 counts

max.

42 segment analogue bar graph

Full indicators, automatic polarity indication

Measuring rate:

Digital 2 times per second

Analogue bar graph 20 times per second

Capacitance 1 time per second

Over range indications:

MSD (Most Significant Digit) blinks

Low Battery indication: The "

" indicator is displayed when the battery

voltage drops below the reliable operating level.

Temperature coefficient: 0.15 x specified accuracy per °C

< 18°C to >28°C

Temperature:

Operating: 5°C to 35°C

Storage: -10°C to 60°C

Relative humidity:

20% to 75% RH (5°C to 35°C)

Back light

Safety:

Power requirements

Size

Weight

Accuracy is given as ± (% of reading + number of least significant digit) at 18°C to

28°C, with relative humidity up to 75%.

All specifications assume less than 1 year since calibration.

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Elenco M5500R Owner's manual

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Model: M5500R

Category: Multimeters

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